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Dr. Lisa Vaughn, LMFT

Faith-informed marriage and family therapist
  • Relationship and family focus
  • Trauma and grief support
  • Strengths-based faith-informed care

About Dr. Lisa Vaughn

Dr. Lisa Vaughn is a licensed Marriage and Family therapist - LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) who offers compassionate, faith-informed care to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families navigating relationship strain, depression, anxiety, trauma, and entrenched family dysfunction. She practices from an integrative perspective, blending multiple therapeutic orientations to tailor treatment to each person or family's needs while also incorporating an authentic Biblical counseling framework when clients seek that approach.

Known for a warm, relaxed, and approachable manner, Dr. Vaughn emphasizes a strengths-based, affirming stance that supports personal and emotional growth. Her work often focuses on identifying and addressing generational patterns and family strongholds so families can gain clearer perspective on long-standing dynamics and the consequences of past abuse or negative patterns. She creates a space where clients can speak openly without feeling judged or worried about personal nature of sessions, and she draws on a range of clinical methods to meet practical goals for change and healing.

Dr. Vaughn concentrates on restoring healthy connections and improving communication within families and relationships, helping clients untangle complex histories and move toward more adaptive ways of relating and coping.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePregnancy and childbirth

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Lisa Vaughn have?

Dr. Lisa Vaughn has 27 years of experience.

Is Dr. Lisa Vaughn a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMFT which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are CA LMFT 99777.

In which languages does Dr. Lisa Vaughn provide therapy?

Dr. Lisa Vaughn provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Lisa Vaughn located?

Dr. Lisa Vaughn is located in California.

How can I work with Dr. Lisa Vaughn as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Lisa Vaughn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Lisa Vaughn work with international clients?

Dr. Lisa Vaughn does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Lisa Vaughn cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online and Faith-Informed Care

Dr. Lisa Vaughn uses evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online formats. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them, learn to accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward meaningful goals - it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding patterns of connection and attachment formed in relationships, supporting healing from relational trauma and improving communication between partners and family members. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, creating a nonjudgmental environment where clients lead the pace of change and identify their own strengths and solutions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Vaughn works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from different models to fit individual circumstances and values.

Online therapy with Dr. Vaughn is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or other convenient locations, helping clients maintain continuity of care and engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily lives.

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